Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

75 /100
Treeline
Higher than 73% of albums we've rated

Its controlled riff writing and Finnish vocal delivery give the record a recognizable character, while the measured pace can make the songs feel similar on repeat.

What we noticed

  • All nine tracks use Finnish lyrics, delivered in a steady, low-register voice over heavy guitar-and-bass riffs.
  • The songs lean on measured, repeating riff patterns rather than fast changes or extended solo sections, keeping the pace grounded.
  • The tracklist moves from “Tie uuteen kotiin” to “Vuoden pisin päivä” without an obvious instrumental break or stylistic detour.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
7/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 5/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Tie uuteen kotiin 3:32
  • 2 Hannukainen 4:41
  • 3 Kolme vuotta 3:21
  • 4 Elämänohje 4:02
  • 5 Kuolla seisten 3:51
  • 6 Vaarallista ryhmää 3:51
  • 7 Suuri pensas 4:24
  • 8 Aikamatkaaja 4:59
  • 9 Vuoden pisin päivä 6:53

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata